Guidebook for Chicago
Food Scene
We call this place our "Fancy Monday" restaurant. Half priced bottles of wine on Monday nights make this one of our favorite weeknight spots.
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Le Bouchon
1958 N Damen AveWe call this place our "Fancy Monday" restaurant. Half priced bottles of wine on Monday nights make this one of our favorite weeknight spots.
Even if you aren't a total 80s video game or movie nerd- you will appreciate the nostalgia and not to mention the BEST COFFEE IN CHICAGO (ok, maybe in Wicker Park)
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The Wormhole Coffee
1462 N Milwaukee AveEven if you aren't a total 80s video game or movie nerd- you will appreciate the nostalgia and not to mention the BEST COFFEE IN CHICAGO (ok, maybe in Wicker Park)
If walking to Wormhole is too far, then stop off at Buzz and enjoy their Chai Lattes and delightful atmosphere.
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Buzz Killer Espresso
If walking to Wormhole is too far, then stop off at Buzz and enjoy their Chai Lattes and delightful atmosphere.
Oh you're in Chicago and would like to try some Pizza? Look no further. No... Seriously- only go here.
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Piece Brewery
1927 W North AveOh you're in Chicago and would like to try some Pizza? Look no further. No... Seriously- only go here.
toast
2046 N Damen AveGood classic breakfast that's right outside our front door.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great drinks, great atmosphere and if you use the Photo Booth and give one of the two photostrips to the bar tender they give you a free shot!
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The Charleston Bar Chicago
Great drinks, great atmosphere and if you use the Photo Booth and give one of the two photostrips to the bar tender they give you a free shot!
Beautiful bar with really amazing food too. And at midnight they hand out freshly made FREE chocolate chip cookies!
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Scofflaw
3201 W Armitage AveBeautiful bar with really amazing food too. And at midnight they hand out freshly made FREE chocolate chip cookies!
Dark corners, cozy seating (if you can get some) and well made cocktails. Get here early or you'll be waiting in line while everyone inside is getting their Dance on.
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Dannys
Dark corners, cozy seating (if you can get some) and well made cocktails. Get here early or you'll be waiting in line while everyone inside is getting their Dance on.
Play darts and get some cheap drinks while talking to some long time locals. This is truly a neighborhood bar.
Web Pub Bucktown
2026 W Webster AvePlay darts and get some cheap drinks while talking to some long time locals. This is truly a neighborhood bar.
Everything Else
If you're looking for something fun to do that is a little different definitely check this place out. It's a small cozy place to learn a new skill (Archery) or practice range if you are already a pro!
Archery Bow Range Chicago
1757 N Kimball AveIf you're looking for something fun to do that is a little different definitely check this place out. It's a small cozy place to learn a new skill (Archery) or practice range if you are already a pro!
Big Star
1531 N Damen AveTacos. Whiskey. Boom. Need we say more?
You're smart and want to get some reads in while you're on vacation. This wall to wall shrine of used books will keep you busy for hours.
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Myopic Books
1564 N Milwaukee AveYou're smart and want to get some reads in while you're on vacation. This wall to wall shrine of used books will keep you busy for hours.
This is hands down our favorite movie theater in Chicago. Check their website for showtimes. They play some of the greatest movies (classics and indie films) but the inside is worth a visit alone.
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Music Box Theatre
3733 N Southport AveThis is hands down our favorite movie theater in Chicago. Check their website for showtimes. They play some of the greatest movies (classics and indie films) but the inside is worth a visit alone.
Live blues music 7 nights a week. If you are looking for an intimate place to hear some of Chicago's best blues this is the place. Will not disappoint.
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B.L.U.E.S.
2519 N Halsted StLive blues music 7 nights a week. If you are looking for an intimate place to hear some of Chicago's best blues this is the place. Will not disappoint.
If Blues is too awesome for you and you need some more moving around space head across the street to Kingston. Larger and one more stage.
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Kingston Mines
2548 N Halsted StIf Blues is too awesome for you and you need some more moving around space head across the street to Kingston. Larger and one more stage.
Amazing pie...not much more needs to be said. Just get there before they sell out, or at least call to see what flavors they have.
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Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits
2051 N California AveAmazing pie...not much more needs to be said. Just get there before they sell out, or at least call to see what flavors they have.
This place is neck and neck with Bang Bang Pie shop for best pie I have ever had. They have more selection and a full cafe of other food. They may tip the scale because they are also a non-profit.
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First Slice Pie Cafe
5357 N Ashland AveThis place is neck and neck with Bang Bang Pie shop for best pie I have ever had. They have more selection and a full cafe of other food. They may tip the scale because they are also a non-profit.
Shopping
If our record collection doesn't do it for you then head over here and pick up some tunes you can rock out to.
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Reckless Records
929 W Belmont AveIf our record collection doesn't do it for you then head over here and pick up some tunes you can rock out to.
Essentials
In case you want to take advantage of our kitchen and whip up a good meal here is a local grocery store where you can get everything you need. Super close by.
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Olivia's Market
2014 W Wabansia AveIn case you want to take advantage of our kitchen and whip up a good meal here is a local grocery store where you can get everything you need. Super close by.